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Nerja · Málaga
Playa Torrecilla
Swimming conditions, water quality, sea, tides and facilities
300 mSand★ Blue Flag 2026
Water24 °CDaily high27 °CUV6WavesMar tranquilaJellyfishNo recent observationsLess favourable conditions · estimate
The operational source reports a green flag. Always check the signs and flag on arrival.
Swimming statusGreen flagConfirmed27/09 · 13:05
Now
Forecast for 13:00
This is an official forecast for the stated period, not an observation taken at the beach.
Environmental estimate
Conditions less favourable for jellyfish arrival
Condiciones poco favorables para la llegada o acumulación de medusas. Los vientos de componente sur hacia este sector costero son el patrón regional más favorable. Es una estimación ambiental y no confirma presencia ni ausencia en esta playa.
Accumulated wind7 km/h · 272°Water temperature24 °CValid for27/09/2026 13:00
Confirmed information
Published status
Weather forecast
Hourly and daily outlook
Official municipal forecast and, where available, beach-specific information.
Next hours
Today’s weather
At 13:00, the forecast indicates sky conditions of clear and a forecast temperature of 26 °C. This period also has a feels-like temperature of 26 °C, 0% chance of rain and wind S at 9 km/h. For the day as a whole, the published forecast gives a high of 27 °C, water temperature around 24 °C and a maximum UV index of 6.
Next days
Today
Clear
Low 21°High 27°
MorningClearAfternoonCloudy
☂ Rain 0% ↝ light Gusts 23 km/h Humidity 48–87% ≈ moderate ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tomorrow
Mostly cloudy
Low 21°High 24°
MorningMostly cloudyAfternoonMostly cloudy with rain
☂ Rain 90% ↝ light Gusts 19 km/h Humidity 71–86% ≈ slight ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 5
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Tuesday 29
Cloudy
Low 20°High 25°
☂ Rain 25% ↝ light Gusts 16 km/h Humidity 63–69% ≈ slight ◉ Water 24° ☀ UV 6
Beach and town · issued 27/09 09:05
Wednesday 30
Partly cloudy
Low 21°High 27°
☂ Rain 5% ↝ Calm · 0 km/h Humidity 65–80% ☀ UV 6
Daily municipal forecast · issued 27/09 03:21
Sea state
Sea conditions
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Mar tranquila
Water temperature24 °C
WindLight
Referencia: Playa La Torrecilla · 0 km de la playa
A qualitative category is not converted into metres. Height, period and direction are shown only when published by the source.Sea and planning
Available marine information indicates water around 24 °C.
Water health
Water quality
The 2026 season does not yet have a final annual classification. The 2025 result is historical; for recent conditions, check the latest test and any published incidents.
View all test results
| Date | Assessment | E. coli | Enterococci |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 24/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/08/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 9 UFC/100 mL | 15 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 14 UFC/100 mL | 5 UFC/100 mL |
| 06/07/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 29 UFC/100 mL | 6 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 9 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/06/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/05/2026 | Suitable for bathing | 13 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/09/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 4 UFC/100 mL |
| 25/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 6 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/08/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/07/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 30/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 10 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 7 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/06/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/05/2025 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 16/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 02/09/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 19/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 05/08/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 15/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 3 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 01/07/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 8 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 17/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 16 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 03/06/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 1 UFC/100 mL |
| 20/05/2024 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 18/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 7 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 04/09/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 4 UFC/100 mL | 3 UFC/100 mL |
| 21/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 76 UFC/100 mL | 14 UFC/100 mL |
| 07/08/2023 | Suitable for bathing | 1 UFC/100 mL | 8 UFC/100 mL |
View annual history
2025 EXCELLENT EEA2024 EXCELLENT EEA2023 EXCELLENT EEA2022 EXCELLENT EEA2021 EXCELLENT EEA2020 EXCELLENT EEA2019 EXCELLENT EEA2018 EXCELLENT EEA2017 EXCELLENT EEA2016 EXCELLENT EEA2015 EXCELLENT EEA
A sample or annual classification does not override a later incident or operational flag.
Water quality
The latest microbiological sample was taken on 7/09/2026. The available annual classification for 2025 is excellent; this is a historical assessment, not confirmation of today’s conditions.
Beach at a glance
What it is like
Playa Torrecilla is a small urban beach in Nerja, only 300 metres long and 40 metres wide, integrated into a pedestrian seafront promenade. Its dark sand and moderate waves combine with high visitor numbers and a good level of facilities. Access is easy on foot from the urban roads, although available parking is limited to fewer than 50 spaces. For everyday use it offers toilets, showers, catering, sunbed and parasol hire, as well as adapted infrastructure noted in the official observations.
Length300 mApproximate size of the beach
Typical width40 mPublished average width
CompositionSandPredominant material
Sand typeDarkPublished texture or colour
SettingUrbanLevel of development
Coastal settingUrbanSurrounding landscape
Access typeEasy on footPublished access options
Available characteristicPromenade
Available facilities
Facilities
Facilities and comfort
Confirmed facilities include toilets, showers, foot showers, bins, a cleaning service, food and drink, sunbed hire and parasol hire.
Activities
Published information identifies an anchorage and the nearby La Caleta de Vélez marina.
Access and safety
Accessibility and safety
Accessibility and transport
Accessible accessPublished accessible access
ParkingFewer than 50 spaces
BusUrban bus service
Safety and assistance
Safety signageOfficial beach safety signage
Nearest health facilityHospital Comarcal Axarquía · 20 km
Access and accessibility
Accessibility information confirms step-free or accessible access. Travel options include parking, a bus connection and access from Vías Urbanas.
Location
Directions
Practical ideas for your visit
Near this beach
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Where to eat
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